Learn more about the significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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